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Lead Medical Technologist

Labcorp · Mequon, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you led a team through a hard day, like call-ins or instrument failures.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and organize people when things go wrong.

Tell me about a time you had to give feedback to a coworker who used to be your peer.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the shift from peer to leader with respect and honesty.

What would you do

You will help supervise the core lab and blood bank at the Ozaukee campus while still doing bench work. How do you balance the two?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead and run tests at the same time without letting either slip.

How would you handle a technologist who keeps making the same documentation errors?

What they are checking: Whether they coach and follow up fairly, and escalate to the manager when needed.

A massive transfusion protocol is called while you are short-staffed. Walk me through what you do.

What they are checking: Whether they know blood bank emergency procedures and can direct staff under pressure.

How would you build a schedule that covers rotating weekends and holidays fairly?

What they are checking: Whether they think about fairness and coverage, which affects morale and retention.

A physician complains that turnaround times for the ER are too slow. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they look at data and workflow to find the real cause, and follow up with the physician.

About the work

How do you review QC and maintenance records to catch problems early?

What they are checking: Whether they look for trends and shifts, not just whether a box was checked.

What would you do to get the lab ready for a CAP inspection?

What they are checking: Whether they know checklists, competency records and how to fix gaps before inspectors arrive.

What antibody identification work have you done, and when do you send cases to a reference lab?

What they are checking: Whether they have solid blood bank skills and know the limits of an in-house workup.

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The full job description

As published by Labcorp.

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives. LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Support Services Team Leader to join our team at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee Campus in Mequon, WI. Work Schedule: 1st shift; Weekdays 8:30am - 5:00pm with rotating weekends and holiday rotation Job Responsibilities: • Assist in the supervision of the day to day operations of the core laboratory and blood bank clinical laboratory departments • Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures • Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality • Help lead the team in their daily processes and procedures • Assist with preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing • Oversee routing of specimens to their respective prep areas • Encourage process improvements and best practices • Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy • Resolve any production errors as requested by management • Research and resolve any production errors while escalating when necessary • Engage in continuous process and service level improvements • Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy • Responsible for enforcing and managing policies and procedures • Perform administrative duties as needed Minimum Qualifications: • Associates degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology • 4 or more years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) OR 2 or more years or more of experienc e as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLS) Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology • 2 years or more of experience as a generalist • 2 years or more of experience in blood bank • 1 year or more of experience supervising or leading a team • ASCP or AMT certification Additional Job Standards: • In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement • Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations • Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures • Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal • Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office • High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others ? Are you looking for an industry leading company that offers growth and stability?  In this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives". Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.   Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.   Employees who are regularly scheduled to  work  a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please  click here . If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today! Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. 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